Selecting the right glass...

Glass plays a unique and important role in building design and the environment. It affects design, appearance, thermal performance and occupant comfort. The selection of the right glass is a crucial component of the design process.

By identifying key issues at the design stage, glass products can be selected to match your specific application.

The following selection guide is courtesy of Metro Glasstech.

Architectural Glass Selection:

This selection guide uses key design criteria to assist in the selection of glass. First, consider the key points in each step. Steps may conflict, so next, arrange them into an order of priority using the glass selection flow chart. Finally, select the appropriate glass combination.